focus on the family
public relations intern: young adults ministrycolorado springs,co,80928
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What you would be a part of:
Focus on the Family is a Christian non-profit media ministry that offers practical, everyday help to families at every age and stage of their journey. We encourage kids and adults to grow in their faith; we prepare men and women for marriage and show them how to cherish one another for a lifetime; we provide training and support for moms and dads so they can navigate real-time parenting challenges; and we stand up for all human life, from conception to natural death. We are unashamedly pro-family, pro-life, and pro-Jesus.
Boundless (Boundless.org) is an award-winning ministry of Focus on the Family with the goal of helping young adults navigate adulthood, own their faith, date with purpose and prepare for marriage and family. Through articles, a group blog, a weekly podcast/radio program and the power of community, we challenge 20- and 30-somethings to live biblically and intentionally in all things. As an intern in the Young Adults department, you will assist in growing the reach and audience of Boundless by pitching the ministry, podcast and experts to aligned platforms, ministries and events.
Responsibilities - What does a day in the life look like?
* Conduct relevant research, audience polling and/or marketing related to young adults and associated projects
* Pitch the Boundless show and experts for other young adult podcasts, ministries, churches or colleges
* Research upcoming aligned events or speaking opportunities
* Work to increase earned media and non-paid promotion
* Work on creating and curating a press kit
* Build a list of future possible partnerships and unrealized audiences
* Create and edit short videos
* Assist in the creation and management of social media posts and pages (Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube)
* Participate as a guest on the show as needed
* Manage details assigned in any event planning, speaker booking or similar as requested by director
Goals - What do we want you to learn and grow in?
* Gain experience in public relations, writing media pitches, and marketing for the Boundless ministry
* Build a portfolio of short form videos, written pieces or other content creation
* Receive direct coaching on public relations, writing and media strategy
* Be a showcased voice on an international podcast
* Work and network with well-known producers, editors, church leaders and event planners
Experience - What are we looking for in a candidate?
* Public Relations, Communications, Marketing, Journalism or similar major
* Demonstrated excellence in written and verbal communication
* Familiarity with AP Style
* Ability to project a professional and persuasive persona to outside vendors, guests and others
* Familiarity with working on a website and/or content management system; proficiency in WordPress a plus
* Proficient in the creative use of all social media platforms
* Experience with video creation and editing preferred
* Proficient in photo editing (Photoshop, Canva, etc.)
* Organized and able to juggle multiple projects at once
As a non-profit ministry, Focus on the Family is committed to hiring staff who are dedicated to sharing the gospel and live by biblical truths. Therefore, all candidates must:
* Exemplify Ephesians 5:1-2, "Therefore be imitators of God as dear children and walk in love, as Christ also has loved us and given Himself for us..."
* Pursue the Great Commission given by Jesus Christ in Matthew 28:19-20, "Go therefore and make disciples of all the nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all things that I have commanded you; and lo, I am with you always, even to the end of the age."
* Be a consistent witness for Jesus Christ; maintaining a courteous, Christ-like attitude in dealing with people within and outside of Focus; adhering to the Standard of Moral Conduct and Statement of Faith; upholding Focus on the Family's ministry in prayer
* Demonstrate behaviors aligned with Focus on the Family core values
Additional Notes:
This position is an intern position only. There will be no compensation or pay with this position, but a $3500 honorarium, workday lunch, and housing for out-of-town students will be provided.
Only upperclassmen college students need apply for the summer internship.
Transportation is the responsibility of the intern and may be a condition of acceptance.
Colorado Residents: In any materials you submit, you may redact or remove any age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.
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